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How Can Motorized Shades Make Your Home Safer? How Can Motorized Shades Make Your Home Safer?

Enhance Privacy While Protecting Your Most Vulnerable Family Members

When you think about security measures for your home, your shades may be the last thing that comes to mind. But the shades in your house can serve as much more than a stylistic statement. Beyond enhancing your privacy, motorized window shades can also help you better protect your belongings and family members whether you’re home or off on a summer vacation. Below we showcase some of the ways that automated shading solutions can make your Minneapolis, MN home safer.

Present Artwork at Its Best with Home Lighting Automation Present Artwork at Its Best with Home Lighting Automation

Four Lighting Technologies that Can Enhance Art

Levels and types of lighting can make a big impact on how artwork is perceived. Dali, Warhol, Van Gogh…whatever style of art is on display in your Indianapolis, IN home, it makes sense to show it off with the best lighting possible. The lights that illuminate your priceless artwork should do more than just turn on at the flip of a switch. Easily present your artwork at the right time and lighting levels with the home lighting automation technologies covered in this article.

3 Refined Alternatives to Traditional Wall Outlets 3 Refined Alternatives to Traditional Wall Outlets

Consider these Home Interior Finishes for Your Baltimore Home

If you look at any magazine picture of a kitchen, you’ll notice one key difference between the walls of that photographed room and the rooms in your home: there are never any outlets present in the magazine photos. There’s a clear explanation for it. Outlets are distracting. They draw attention away from the features of the room that the designer intended to highlight.

Common Misconceptions about Wireless Audio Common Misconceptions about Wireless Audio

Get All the Facts about Wireless Systems

People tend to have strong opinions about wireless audio – they either love their wireless systems, or they refuse to consider adding one to their homes. Why are these views so polarizing? It’s often due to some misconceptions that are pervasive in discussions and descriptions of audio systems. Below, we outline these misconceptions and seek to set the story straight about the real features, benefits, and drawbacks of going wireless in your Cherry Hill, NJ home.

Boost Your Outdoor Wi-Fi for the Summer Months Boost Your Outdoor Wi-Fi for the Summer Months

Enjoy a Reliable Connection While You Bask in the Sun

During the summer months, you’ll be spending more time outdoor enjoying the weather. No matter what your favorite activity be it poolside or on the patio, you're going to need a strong home Wi-Fi networking foundation. Not only do you need it to check emails and stream video on your phone, but it may also be necessary to stream your favorite music to your outdoor speakers, play a movie on your weather-proof TV, or monitor your security cameras. The requirements for a successful network installation are much different when taking your signal outside, which is what we’ll cover in this article.

 The Best Way to Enjoy High-Performance Audio The Best Way to Enjoy High-Performance Audio

For Audiophiles in Atlanta, a Listening Room is a Must-Have

Deciding you want the highest quality audio equipment is just the first step. The next decision is where and how you want to enjoy that high-performance audio in your Georgia home. There are a lot of great options, such as multi-room audio, but if you’re seeking an environment that focuses on quality sound, we recommend a dedicated listening room.

Visible vs. Hidden Speakers: Which is Right for Your Home? Visible vs. Hidden Speakers: Which is Right for Your Home?

Choose the Audio Design that Makes Sense for You

The ability to fill your home with music is a common feature of luxury homes, and yet there are many different avenues to achieve the goal of high-performance audio. One big decision that homeowners in the Baltimore, Maryland area must face is whether to invest in hidden speakers or opt for less discrete audio options. Below, we cover the key differences and advantages to each option.

Avoid the Most Common Home Theater Design Mistakes? Avoid the Most Common Home Theater Design Mistakes?

Preserve Your Style While Creating an Unforgettable Movie Watching Experience

Installing a home theater system sounds simple enough. Plug in a few speakers, add a projector and screen, choose comfortable seats and you're ready to go. But if you're looking to truly recreate the theater experience, it takes a lot of planning to fashion a home theater design that reflects your personality and offers the best audio and video possible. Without the right foundation, you could end up with an installation that misses the mark. Read on to avoid these common theater design mistakes in your San Francisco, CA home. 

Should You Participate in the Latest Home Interior Trend? Should You Participate in the Latest Home Interior Trend?

Just Go Faux It

When it comes to selecting the best materials for your Houston, TX home, your first thought is probably not “faux.” It may be surprising then that faux materials are trending this year among high profile designers. The reason, these materials are engineered to look as good as the real thing while having more functionality. Whether it’s wood, marble, or foliage, you may find that the imitation home interior finishes have more value for your home than you might think. To learn more, continue reading. 

Embrace the Spring Weather with Smart Landscape Lighting Embrace the Spring Weather with Smart Landscape Lighting

Enhance Your Design and Control Options with These Outdoor Lighting Tips

It's the perfect time to head outdoors in Mission Viejo, CA and enjoy the cool spring weather while watching the sunset from your patio or hosting friends for a barbecue. If you're going to be spending more time outdoors, the right landscape lighting solution will not only help you show off your best features, but it will also make your pool, patio, and backyard more enjoyable. Below we highlight some of the ways you can use home lighting automation to enhance your outside spaces. 

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